Another Scottish SIB owner

stufft · 29 April 2015, 19:09

Hi, just thought I'd introduce myself as I have just ordered my first SIB. It's a waveline 320 with a Suzuki DF8. I'm hoping I'll get lots of use out it but before that all starts, be prepared for some stupid questions

Stu

A1an · 29 April 2015, 19:34

Welcome to the forum. There seems to be quite a healthy number of us "north of the border" members these day.

If you would like to do some miles with your new purchase then check out the link below.

http://www.rib.net/forum/f18/scottis...5-a-66074.html

stufft · 29 April 2015, 19:37

Thanks for the heads up, I'll have read of the thread and hope it's decent weather.

Last Tango · 30 April 2015, 13:23

Having seen and perpetrated many a folly over the years.....what's stupid is not asking the questions........Have fun

jambo · 30 April 2015, 13:31

Welcome Have to agree with tango always ask don't be shy as there is plenty of info and help on here.
Cheers J

stufft · 30 April 2015, 13:35

Going to try it out for the first time on Saturday. Doing a beach launch but not too sure of the process. Any guidance would be helpful

bmb779 · 30 April 2015, 16:57

Welcome,I have a Waveline 330 Rib great wee boats.Which beach are you launching from?

stufft · 30 April 2015, 17:45

Just before you get to Luss. Wanting a quieter place for my first outing

Xk59D · 30 April 2015, 18:27

keep in mind you need to register to use loch lomond, you can't just launch.

if you nip into the duncan memorial slipway in balloch the rangers will get you fixed up before you go out.

you need to put numbers on your boat or display them on a white board on both sides. they will sell you everything for about 20 quid if memory serves and is removable, don't put stickers on the actual boat.

cheers

stufft · 30 April 2015, 18:28

Thanks Xk59D. I've printed off the registration form today and will swing by Balloch on my way to launching point

Xk59D · 30 April 2015, 18:32

sawted....enjoy!

cheers

bmb779 · 30 April 2015, 21:33

Think it's £6 to register,£55 for annual slipway charges,you will also need backing boards for reg no.i think single launch and retrieve is £15.

Last Tango · 01 May 2015, 09:31

Think your £20 will include slipping at Duncan Mills. You need to register "on and off" the Loch as well. It's probably easier just to launch there where you can tie alongside a jetty to get familiar with the boat rather than drifting about off the beach. (I'm also not sure if you are allowed to launch a powered boat from anywhere other than the three official sites. ...Sorry if this sounds onerous, really it's not and the Rangers will keep you right....nice people.

blootac · 01 May 2015, 10:17

Quote:

Originally Posted by Xk59D

you need to put numbers on your boat or display them on a white board on both sides. they will sell you everything for about 20 quid if memory serves and is removable, don't put stickers on the actual boat.

Hi Xk59D, Not sure I fully understand you.
How do you put the numbers on the boat without putting the stickers on the boat? I don't understand

How do you stick them to a SIB?

Thanks

stufft · 01 May 2015, 11:44

From what I understand. You stock the numbers on a backing board and then tie that to your boat

blootac · 01 May 2015, 14:00

Ah right, kind of like a number plate?

bmb779 · 01 May 2015, 18:31

Yeah that's about right,make sure they can't blow off.

Xk59D · 02 May 2015, 19:40

Quote:

Originally Posted by Last Tango

Think your £20 will include slipping at Duncan Mills. You need to register "on and off" the Loch as well. It's probably easier just to launch there where you can tie alongside a jetty to get familiar with the boat rather than drifting about off the beach. (I'm also not sure if you are allowed to launch a powered boat from anywhere other than the three official sites. ...Sorry if this sounds onerous, really it's not and the Rangers will keep you right....nice people.

you can launch where you like at loch lomond so long as you are registered to use the loch.

the decals/backing boards were circa 20 quid last time i got them (only need them once) and that included the reg fee....the launch is on top of that if you choose to do so. since no trailer is involved here they may let you use the slipway FOC so long as you don't block the slip for others, you would need to ask the rangers.

as a newbie, i wouldn't go near the ranger station to launch a SIB, it is a very busy place and akin to a macdonalds drive through on busy days.

cheers

stufft · 02 May 2015, 19:51

Registered today. The cost including hard boards was £10

stufft · 02 May 2015, 19:53

BTW I had a great time but it got a little choppy as the afternoon went on. Nearly bounced out the boat a couple of times lol.